Optimizing Concentration, Separation, and Discharge of High Solid-Fraction Ice Slurry

This research project is centered around enhancing the delivery process of ice stored in tanks, particularly focusing on ice slurry, a mixture of small ice crystals suspended in a liquid phase. Typically, these slurries are created from solutions like saltwater (NaCl). The primary objective is to optimize the methods for extracting the stored ice from these tanks for various applications. Instead of just scooping ice out, we aim to streamline and improve this process to make it more efficient and effective.

Ice slurry technology is widely utilized in industries such as refrigeration, food processing, and thermal energy storage due to its ability to efficiently store and transport thermal energy. However, current methods for delivering ice from storage tanks can be inefficient and cumbersome, leading to energy wastage and operational challenges. By refining the process of extracting ice from these slurries, we can significantly improve the overall efficiency and performance of systems relying on ice slurry technology.

Through a combination of experimental investigations and computational modeling, we will analyze the behavior and properties of ice slurries under different conditions. This comprehensive approach will enable us to understand the underlying mechanisms governing the delivery process and identify opportunities for optimization. By developing more efficient

Faculty Supervisor:

Carlos Escobedo

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Partner:

Deepchill Solutions Inc.

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Queen's University

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